Serving 1,252 students in grades 9-12, Wren High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wren High serves the northwest part of Piedmont, SC, covering an area of approximately 74.8 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges being around 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wren High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wren High School's student population of 1,252 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,252 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wren High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wren High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#88 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hurricanes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wren High School's ranking?
Wren High School is ranked #88 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Wren High School often compared to?
Wren High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Powdersville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wren High School?
The graduation rate of Wren High School is 97%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Wren High School?
1,252 students attend Wren High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wren High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wren High School?
Wren High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wren High School offer ?
Wren High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wren High School part of?
Wren High School is part of Anderson 01 School District.
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